Importer Notes:  Resa 56 (Yield 56) is in reference to the 56 quintals harvested for this wine. Typically Barolo DOCG allows for 80 quintals. This number was discovered after a hail storm in the 2010 vintage forced them to drop many damaged clusters. The result was a precise wine that they adored so they continued to make it with same yields in future years.

Grapes:  100% Nebbiolo

Farming:  Organic

Vineyard:  Brandini Cru, La Morra (1 hectare).  Monopole.

Vine Age:  30-40 years.

Altitude:  400 MASL

Soil:  Sand, clay & limestone.

Winemaking:  Native yeast fermentation in stainless steel, 4 week maceration.  Aged 30 months in Slavonian oak (20 hl & 60hl) and an additional 6 months in bottle.

Production:  333 cases (9l)

Tasting Notes:  Red fruits and roses.  Spicy, elegant & persistent.

Pairings:  Salsiccia di Verduno.

Critical Acclaim:  WE | 97, JS | 92